- TripBuzz found 82 things to do with kids in or near Mechanicsville, Virginia, including 73 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Glen Allen and Hopewell.
- From Romp n' Roll to AMF Hanover Lanes, the Mechanicsville area offers 53 different types of family activities, including: Battlefields, Bowling, Playgrounds and National & State Parks.
- Mechanicsville, VA is only a fifteen minute drive from state capital Richmond. Settled in the 17th century, Mechanicsville has a notable history in many future-shaping battles, including many in the Civil War. History buffs can relive past events and admire preserved artifacts at Beaverdam Creek Battlefield, Cold Harbor, and Gaines' Mill.
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Featuring an extensive collection of manuscripts, letters and personal items of well-known American writer Edgar Allan Poe, the Edgar Allan Poe Museum preserves the author's life and career for visitors to a series of historic Richmond buildings.
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Many permanent exhibits are housed at the Science Museum of Virginia, focusing on different areas of science like space, the human body, animals, and the environment. Live science demonstrations are also performed daily in addition to IMAX films.
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A walk down the historic Canal Walk is a wonderful way to view the waterfront and the restoration of the old canal system. A boat ride is offered for those who do not wish to walk but are interested in sightseeing.
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With the goal of providing creative play experiences for children, Children's Museum of Richmond hosts a variety exhibits for guests to explore. Their exhibits include a grocery store, apple tree, art studio, dino zone, little farm, playhouse, and more.
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Featuring seating for over 3,600 individuals, the Landmark Theater is a performing arts theater host to a number of events throughout the year. Popular events include numerous concerts, speakers, and live performances.
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Founded by local Richmond Holocaust survivor Jay Ipson, the Virginia Holocaust Museum provides accounts of local survivors, and uses the Ipson family's story to illustrate the larger story of the Holocaust.
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With Altria Theater, visitors can see a variety of performing art events, from nationally recognized musicians to Broadway musicals. On each level, the theater has a concession stand that serves refreshments, snacks, and alcoholic beverages.
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10091 Jeb Stuart Parkway, Glen Allen, VA 23060
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With comfortable seating and an array of concessions, Regal Cinemas Virginia Center Stadium 20 shows the latest movies. And with several theaters including those showing IMAX and 3D films, there are many movies to choose from.
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490 Tredegar St, Richmond, VA 23219
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Looking at American Civil War history through Confederate, Union and African American eyes, the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar encompasses the historic Tredegar Gun Foundry, now repurposed as an exhibition space.
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Jumpology offers over 8,000 square feet of connected, world-class trampolines. Their trampoline field features over 50 trampolines, the famous angled wall trampolines, a pit of multicolored foam blocks and basketball and dodgeball areas.